[BureaucratusMaximus]

This was my first Freep! It was very cool meeting other Freepers in person, and being there actively supporting our troops, our president, and our freedom. Many fine Americans, complete with flags and signs attended (My favorite was "Daschle for President...of France"). The Harley drivebys were way cool. It was nice to see Patrick O'Malley(R) (former IL senator/IL Governor candidate/a true conservative) there. Iraqi-Assyrian group was there testifying to the masses the evils of Saddam Huessien and how they are glad that the USA will liberate Iraqis people; I was glad other people got to hear that. RedWing, unspun, justshutupandtakeit, and TheRightGuy should be commended for their fine comments. chicagolady was a gracious host at the "press" table. Freepers ROCK! Count me in for future Chicagoland Freeps, and don't be afraid to ask for my help!

[NotJustAnotherPrettyFace]

Sorry I couldn't stick around and meet some of you newer FReepers! (My husband's sister is in town from SC and I had to go pick up my girls who were finishing up their practice by mid-afternoon so we could get back out to the NW suburbs by dinner time! :-)

Welcome aboard! and yes, FReepers DO ROCK!!